The Adventures of Poor Mrs. Quack by Thornton W. Burgess

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Author Burgess, Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo), 1874-1965
Title The Adventures of Poor Mrs. Quack
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Summary "The Adventures of Poor Mrs. Quack" by Thornton W. Burgess is a children's storybook written during the early 20th century. This charming tale focuses on the adventures of Mrs. Quack, a duck who goes through several challenges and dangers as she seeks a safe place to live. The narrative emphasizes themes of friendship, bravery, and the trials of nature, particularly in the face of human threats. The story unfolds as Mrs. Quack, feeling threatened by hunters, finds herself in the Smiling Pool where she meets Peter Rabbit. Throughout the book, Mrs. Quack shares her backstory, revealing her fears and the challenges faced during her journey north with her mate, Mr. Quack. As the plot progresses, Mrs. Quack becomes heartbroken after Mr. Quack is shot, prompting her to search for him. With the help of Peter Rabbit and Sammy Jay, they devise a plan to locate Mr. Quack. Ultimately, Mrs. Quack's bravery and determination lead to a heartwarming reunion and a new home, illustrating the resilience of family bonds in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Animals -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Hunting -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Ducks -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 5846
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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